Registration
for two Gen Proof Study groups is open right now. The Gen Proof Study Groups
work

through the book Mastering
Genealogical Proof, by Thomas W. Jones, in small groups of 10-15
individuals guided by a mentor. They discuss their thoughts, insights and
questions about the five parts of the Genealogical Proof Standard (GPS), the chapter exercises and, their own
research as it applies to the GPS. If you want to effectively apply the GPS to
your own research, this successful program is an excellent way.

Currently there are two groups with openings. One is a beginner/intermediate
group. The other is an advanced group. Each group will cover one chapter per
week. There are only a few spots left in each group so claim yours now!

Group 33 with mentor Christine Sharbrough begins July 6th. It is a beginner/intermediate
group using the asynchronous chat format in Google+ Communities. They will
cover one chapter per week. There is one spot left in this group.

Group 34 with mentor Melanie Holtz begins June 29th. It is an advanced group also
using the asynchronous chat format in Google + Communities. They will cover one
chapter per week.

If you are interested, send an email to genproofstudy@gmail.com and the
administrator, Michelle Goodrum, will send you an invitation to register for
the group. If you would like to be placed on the waiting list for future
groups, send an email to genproofstudy@gmail.com and, if you have a preference,
indicate whether you are interested in beginner/intermediate or an advanced
group.

We will form additional groups in late summer/early fall.﻿

For more information on the Gen Proof Study Groups and how they work see:

Immerse
yourself in a specific genealogical topic for a week-long educational
opportunity that is unparalleled. Many of the courses are interactive
and highlight on site research at the Family History Library (FHL) as
well as one-on-one consultations with the course coordinators and
instructors. These individuals are genealogical experts and provide
guidance and insight that may help you overcome those brick walls and
move forward with your research.

Attendees have time to explore Salt Lake City’s many attractions as
well as spend time outside of the course researching at the FHL. The
library is a short walk from the Institute’s location.

When
making your travel plans, you may also want to consider attending the
Association of Professional Genealogist’s Professional Management
Conference (PMC), which will be held the

Sunday, June 8, 2014

I am very excited to announce the 2015 instructors for the Advanced Evidence Analysis Practicum course at the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy
(SLIG). They are top quality instructors (see bios below) and have each
prepared an interesting case for the students to work through.
These cases will provide experience working with different geographic locations and
methodologies as participants research and then analyze and correlate
evidence to solve the cases.

If you would like to participate in this challenging course registration opens on June 14th. The Salt Lake Institute
of Genealogy will be held January 12-16, 2015 at the Hilton Hotel in
downtown Salt Lake City, Utah just blocks from the Family History
Library.Instructors for the 2015 Advanced Evidence Analysis Practicum:

Nancy A. Peters, CG, is a full-time
genealogist specializing in South Carolina and English research.
Board-certified since 2011, she serves as an editorial assistant for On Board,
the newsletter of the Board for Certification of Genealogists. She also
volunteers as a collection care assistant in the conservation lab at
the South Carolina Department of Archives and History in Columbia. Her
articles published in the NGSQ and the UGA Crosssroads magazine
have focused on establishing parentage using complex evidence analysis.
In her career before genealogy, she designed technical training courses
and provided instruction internationally for corporate clients in the
software industry. Nancy holds advanced degrees from the University of
Arizona and the London School of Economics in London, England.

Paul
K. Graham, CG, AG, is a genealogist at Ancestry.com. He holds a master’s degree
in Heritage Preservation and is the author of several books and articles,
primarily related to the state of Georgia. His work has been recognized with
multiple awards, including the ASG Scholar Award and as winner of the NGS
Family History Writing Contest. His television research credits include African
American Lives (2006) and Who Do You Think You Are? (2012-2014). Paul currently
resides in Salt Lake City.

Dr. William M. Litchman is the author of
genealogical articles for such periodicals as The National Genealogical Society Quarterly, The Newfoundland Ancestor, and The
New York Genealogical and Biographical Record, including “Teaching Analysis, Logic, and
the Research Process: A Seminar Approach,” NGS Newsmagazine, Nov/Dec
2000, pp 340-343. He has produced an 11-volume index, AnEvery-Name Index of
the 1865 New York State Census for Jefferson County, and An Every-Name
Index for the 1921 Census of Newfoundland: Burgeo-La Poile District. He
teaches genealogy classes for the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy and in
Albuquerque, and speaks about specific research topics for genealogical groups,
including the NM Genealogical Society and the Albuquerque Genealogical Society.

David Ouimette, CG, manages Content Strategy at
FamilySearch, prioritizing the acquisition and online publication of records
worldwide for family history research. He has conducted research and analyzed
archival materials in dozens of countries in North and South America, Europe,
Africa, and Asia. David regularly lectures at national genealogical conferences
and institutes. He has contributed articles to many magazines and journals and
authored Finding Your Irish Ancestors: A
Beginner’s Guide.

J. H. ("Jay") Fonkert, CG, is a Minnesota-based
writer and genealogical educator. Managing editor of Minnesota Genealogist, he has published more than 30 articles and
reviews in NGS Quarterly, NGS Magazine, APG Quarterly, Family
Chronicle, The Septs, and Minnesota Genealogist. He is a Director
of the Association of Professional Genealogists, a trustee of the BCG Education
Fund, and a past-president of the Minnesota Genealogical Society.

Co-coordinators:

Angela
Packer McGhie is the administrator of theProGenStudy Program where
she manages online groups studying Professional
Genealogy. Angela focuses her efforts on genealogy education as she serves as
the coordinator for the Intermediate Genealogy and Historical Research course
at the Institute of Genealogy and Historical Research (IGHR) at Samford
University, and as coordinator of the Advanced Evidence Analysis Practicum at
the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy (SLIG). She has been an
instructor at the National Institute for Genealogy Research (NIGR) in
Washington, D.C., the Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh (GRIP), and
Howard Community College in Columbia, Maryland. Angela has completed the NGS
American Genealogy course and studied at IGHR, SLIG and NIGR. She is a past
president of the National Capital Area Chapter of the Association of
Professional Genealogists and has published in the APG Quarterly.

Kimberly Powell is a professional genealogist, author, and blogger. She has been writing about genealogy for About.com (http://genealogy.about.com) since 2000. She is the author of several books including The Everything Guide to Online Genealogy, 3rd edition
(Adams Media, 2014), as well as articles for popular genealogy magazines
such as BBC’s Who Do You Think You Are? magazine. Kimberly is the
President of the Association of Professional Genealogists, and also serves on its Professional Development Committee. She is an instructor at the Institute of Genealogy and Historical Research (IGHR) and the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy (SLIG). She
also serves as webmaster for the Western Pennsylvania
Genealogical Society.

Monday, June 2, 2014

Jimmy B. Parker Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy 2015 Scholarship

The Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy is pleased to announce we are now accepting essays for the Jimmy B. Parker Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy scholarship. Full tuition to SLIG 2015 will be awarded to the student whose essay and application exemplify the culture of giving back to community, lived by Jimmy B. Parker. The scholarship will be awarded by a committee
comprised of SLIG committee members and the family of the late Jimmy B. Parker.

1. A one-page essay detailing how attending SLIG will help you prepare to give back to the genealogical community.
2. A short biography, including previous volunteer and research experience.
3. The name of the course you would like to attend.
4. A letter of recommendation from someone who has benefited from your volunteer service.

Applications and essays are due by July 1st and the winner will be announced July 15th.

The Salt Lake Institute runs from January 12-16, 2015 and the winning student will have their choice of the following tracks:

About Me

I am a professional genealogist who focuses on genealogy education as a coordinator at the Institute of Genealogy and Historical Research at Samford University, and at the Salt Lake Institute of
Genealogy. I served as the administrator of the ProGen
Study Program for professional genealogists for six year, and am now on the board of directors. I love learning and there is always more to study in the field of genealogy and family history.